About the course

Take your accounting career in a range of directions with a specialisation that cements the knowledge and skills that professional accountants need to succeed in an increasingly dynamic and global accounting environment. One of the best ways to achieve professional success is with a CPA qualification from Macquarie, because our graduates have the highest rate of success in CPA Australia exams in the country.

　　In the CPA Studies specialisation ? delivered in partnership with CPA Australia ? you?ll focus on dynamic global strategy and leadership, international business and contemporary issues in financial risk management. You?ll develop your theoretical and applied knowledge relevant to the area of professional accounting, focusing specifically on global strategy and leadership, assurance services and auditing, financial reporting and strategic management accounting, and ethics and governance.

　　Attain recognised professional accreditation

　　Complete this specialisation and three years of approved employment to fulfil the requirements for CA ANZ professional membership.

　　Earn an accounting qualification regardless of undergrad field

　　Gain a qualification that?s fully recognised by CPA?Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA?ANZ).

　　Learn from highly qualified and experienced lecturers

　　Learn from teachers who have first-hand experience with the CPA and CA programs, and who consult to CA ANZ and CPA Australia.

　　Improve your employment prospects

　　Enhance your prospects for overseas employment with an ACCA qualification that?s recognised internationally. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2025	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2026	North Ryde

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Macquarie University

Most postgraduate courses require a successfully completed Australian bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised institution and may also require a specific grade point average (GPA). Our admissions team will determine whether your qualification meets the requirements.

　　Australian level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent in accounting

　　GPA of 4.00 (out of 7.00) or overseas equivalent

　　Eligibility for admission to CPA program

　　All applicants to coursework programs at Macquarie University are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.

　　IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band. TOEFL iBT - 83.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 83.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Macquarie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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